What is Ube ? What is Macapuno ? Ube, or purple yam has got to be one of the most photogenic root vegetable ever. Outside, is a nondescript dark lump of tuber. But inside, the colour range from light lavender to most vivid royal purple due to the presence of […]
Month: November 2021
Meringue Vanilla Custard Cupcakes (Brazo de Mercedes Cupcakes)
They say small things come in small packages… And they would be right if they are talking about these meringue cupcakes filled with Vanilla Custard. These little cuties are the mini version of the Brazo de Mercedes we all know and love. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, […]
Eggplant Sisig Salad, the Hangover Cure you have while you’re Drinking
Legend has it that Sisig started out as a cure for dizziness and nausea. The sourness of the Sisig dish, essentially a chopped salad , was said to cure the effects of over indulgence, which is ironic given that the Sisig of today is mainly served as pulutan or tapas […]
Burnt Basque Bibingka Cheesecake
As usual I’m late to the burnt Basque Bibingka Cheesecake party. I am not what you’d call a trendsetter. I must say, I first tried the basque cheesecake by accident in a small stall at the famous Borough Market in London. Borough Market sells specialty foods, fresh fruits ,vegetables , […]